Lorne Nippers and Competition Teams Code of Conduct
NIPPER AGE LEVEL MANAGERS and COMPETITION COACHES are required to:
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
Never ridicule or yell at participants for errors or poor performance
Always consider the wellbeing and safety of participants before performance and results
Encourage participants to value their performances and not just results
Encourage and guide participants to accept responsibility for their own performance and behavior both on and off the field
Maintain respectful and appropriate relationships with all participants
Promote the positive aspects of the activity and/or sport (eg fair play)
When competing, always respect an official’s decision and support them to carry out their role
Display consistently high standards of good sporting behaviour and appearance
Follow all guidelines laid down by the national governing body and the Club
Never condone rule violations, unfair or unduly rough play or the use of prohibited substances
Never smoke or drink alcohol whilst in an official capacity
Never use offensive language or behaviour
To act as a role model at all times.
NIPPERS AND COMPETITION PARTICIPANTS are required to:
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
Follow any rules and guidelines, be respectful of fellow participants and decisions made by any officials
Display good sporting behavior at all times
Respect all club equipment and facilities and use in accordance with club rules and guidelines and/or as directed by coaches.
Never use offensive language or behavior towards anyone or engage in sledging or bullying of any person
Co-operate with your coach, officials and other team members
Never behave in a manner that would damage the reputation of the club either on or off the field
VOLUNTEERS and SPECTATORS are required to:
Never use offensive language or behaviour
Treat everyone including competitors from other clubs, other club members and volunteers with respect regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
Display consistently high standards of good sporting behavior including respecting the official’s decisions